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Top Foods That Build Muscle

by Thomas | October 7, 2008

FOODS THAT BUILD MUSCLE

So what are some of the best foods that build muscle and lose weight? When looking to build muscle a good ratio of carbs to protein to fat would be around 40% 40% 20%. Remember these are quality fats and complex carbohydrates.

The most important building blocks for building muscles is protein. Protein is used to repair the damage done by resistance or weight training. So to build muscle you need protein. See some of the top choices for protein below.

Top protein choices

Chicken Breast
Turkey Breast
Tuna
Cottage Cheese
Egg Whites
Salmon
Lean Beef
Whey Protein

Top Carb Choices

Carbohydrates are what give the body energy and fuel to workout. See some of the complex carbohydrates below:

Brown Rice
Baked Potatoes
Whole Wheat Pasta
Sweet Potatoes
Bagels
Oatmeal
Fat Free Yogurt
Beans

Veggies

Broccoli
Green Beans
Cauliflower
Asparagus
Peas
Carrots
Spinach

Top Fat Choices

When you think of building muscle or being fit you tend to think that you should avoid fat altogether. This is not true. Fats are a necessary component to sustain the metabolic functions of humans. See some of the top carb choices below.

Avocado
Olive Oil
Natural Peanut Butter
Nuts
Flax Seed Oil
Fish Oil

So the next time you go to the grocery store, be sure you stock your cart full of the best foods that build muscle.

About The Author

Thomas is a fitness coach, the founder of Builtfit.com and the author of the popular muscle building program Epic Warrior Muscle. Thomas has Bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M, and has passion for fitness and continues to share his fitness knowledge with others. You can see Thomas’s full profile and articles here.